Rijks Private Cellar Pinotage 2022 R375/bottle x 750ml

Name: Rijks Private Cellar Pinotage 2022 R375/bottle x 750ml
SKU: RP
Availability: InStock

750 ml

Categories: Red Wines, Pinotage

Price range: R1,125.00 through R2,250.00 incl VAT

Case Size

Clear

SKU: RP

Weight	8.2 kg
Dimensions	50.20 × 31.50 × 8.00 cm

The 2015 vintage is regarded as a superlative one. This deep coloured Pinotage lives up to its expectations with its complex nose showing off layers of blackberry, as well as red berry aromas. Some mulberry notes, with underlying coconut and cinnamon spice on the nose are also present. Silky, elegant tannins keep this wine in perfect harmony and balance on a rich, mouth filling palate.

Wine Making

A 48-hour cold maceration period was given prior to fermentation to extract colour and fruit. Extraction during fermentation took place by doing manual punch downs 3 times per day. Skins were gently pressed before fermented dry. MLF took place in barrels. Matured for 22 months in 60% French and 40% American oak barrels. A total of 40% new, 30% 2nd fill and 30% 3rd fill barrels were used for ageing.